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全球聚甲醛 (POM) 市場 - 2023-2030

Global Polyoxymethylene (POM) Market - 2023-2030

出版日期: 2023年12月15日 | 出版商:

DataM Intelligence | 英文 210 Pages | 商品交期: 最快1-2個工作天內

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概述

全球聚甲醛（POM）市場在2022年達到39億美元，預計2030年將達61億美元，2023-2030年預測期間CAGR為6.1%。

POM 因其卓越的品質（包括高剛性和最小摩擦）而在電氣和電子領域越來越受歡迎。隨著消費性電子市場的擴大，POM 擴大用於製造不同的電子元件。 POM 市場正受到全球永續發展推動的影響，這對生物基和永續產品產生了更大的需求。

POM 因其優越的品質（包括減少摩擦、剛性和耐用性）而用於工業生產行業。由於消費品、包裝和工業機械等領域的應用，市場正在擴大。隨著製造商尋找能夠提高產品性能和可靠性的材料，POM 在各種工業應用中受到歡迎，這有助於市場的整體擴張。

亞太地區是全球聚甲醛（POM）市場的成長地區之一，佔全球市場佔有率的1/3以上。 POM 廣泛應用於許多汽車應用，包括齒輪系統、門鎖和燃油系統，因此亞太地區快速擴張的汽車產業發揮著重要作用。在該行業中，該地區不斷發展的中產階級擁有更強的消費能力，有助於提高汽車保有量和產量，加上不斷成長的人口和城市化進程，都推動了對聚甲醛的需求。

動力學

聚甲醛在建築領域的使用不斷增加

建築業將聚甲醛（通常稱為乙縮醛）用於多種用途，包括結構玻璃、樓梯、屋頂材料等。玻璃纖維與這種熱塑性塑膠熔合，以提高其強度、剛度和壽命。由於城市化、住宅計劃增加和基礎設施建設增加等成長動力，建築業正在迅速擴張。

例如，國家投資促進和便利化機構預計，到 2025 年，印度建築業可帶來 1.4 兆美元的收入。美國人口普查局報告稱，2022年5月，美國用於發展的總金額從2021年5月年度調整後的162萬美元攀升至177萬美元。

聚甲醛行業的不斷成長推動了建築和施工活動的增加，由於聚甲醛在一些應用（包括台階和屋頂材料）中的使用不斷擴大，從而推動了對該材料的需求。

聚甲醛在汽車工業的應用不斷成長

聚甲醛 (POM) 因其輕量、燃油效率和低排放而廣泛應用於汽車行業，用於齒輪系統、門鎖和燃油系統。 POM 二甲醚通常以玻璃纖維增強，可提高耐用性和強度。對節能汽車的需求、對公共交通的依賴增加、汽車產量的激增以及持續的城市化趨勢推動了汽車產業的擴張。

例如，國際機動車輛製造商組織 (OICA) 報告稱，全球乘用車產量從 2020 年的 55,834,456 輛攀升至 2021 年的 57,054,295 輛。印度品牌公平基金會 (IBEF) 預計，到 2026 年，該國的汽車產業的產值將在251.4 美元至2,828 億美元之間。

歐洲汽車製造商協會報告稱，2021年美國汽車產量增加3.1%，南美汽車產量增加11%。由於聚甲醛在燃料系統、滾珠和軸承以及其他汽車應用中的廣泛使用，對聚甲醛的需求正在不斷成長。這也推動了聚甲醛業務的發展。

原料成本高

POM 生產所需的原料（尤其是甲醛和乙醛）的價格波動是市場的另一個主要障礙。基本材料來自石化來源，供需動態、石油價格和地緣政治事件等變數影響其定價。原物料價格波動會直接影響 POM 製造成本，進而影響製造商的整體獲利能力。

由於原物料成本意外上漲，POM 產品可能會出現價格上漲，進而降低其市場競爭力。對於產業參與者來說，控制原物料價格波動的影響成為一項關鍵任務，需要有效的風險管理技術和長期規劃。

環境威脅和退化問題

聚甲醛和乙縮醛等工程熱塑性塑膠可能有環境風險和分解問題。堆積的塑膠垃圾釋放有毒氣體，危害土地、空氣和海洋，造成污染和環境破壞。各種環境法規和政策的推出旨在減輕熱塑性塑膠的有害影響並促進向生物基聚合物的轉變。

例如，印度政府概述了塑膠回收的具體標準，並設定了年度目標。因此，由於這些塑膠法規和限制影響生產、需求和應用，預計聚甲醛產業將面臨顯著的成長挑戰。

Overview

Global Polyoxymethylene (POM) Market reached US$ 3.9 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach US$ 6.1 billion by 2030, growing with a CAGR of 6.1% during the forecast period 2023-2030.

POM is growing in popularity in the electrical and electronics sectors because of its superior qualities, which include high rigidity and minimal friction. POM is being utilized more and more in the manufacturing of different electronic components as the market for consumer electronics expands. The POM market is being impacted by the global push for sustainability, which is creating a greater demand for bio-based and sustainable products.

POM is being used in the industrial production industry because of its advantageous qualities, which include reduced friction, rigidity and durability. The market is expanding due to applications in sectors including consumer products, packaging and industrial machinery. POM has gained popularity in a variety of industrial applications as manufacturers look for materials that improve product performance and dependability, which has aided in the market's overall expansion.

Asia-Pacific is among the growing regions in the global polyoxymethylene (POM) market covering more than 1/3rd of the market. POM is extensively utilized in many automotive applications, including gear systems, door locks and fuel systems, therefore the rapidly expanding automotive sector in Asia-Pacific plays a significant role. In this industry, the region's developing middle class, which has more spending power and contributes to higher automobile ownership and production, together with its growing population and urbanization all drive demand for POM.

Dynamics

Growing Use of Polyoxymethylene in the Building and Construction Sector

The building and construction industry uses polyoxymethylene, often known as acetal, for a variety of purposes, including structural glass, stairways, roofing materials and more. Glass fiber is fused to this thermoplastic to improve its strength, stiffness and longevity. Due to growth drivers including urbanization, increased residential housing plans and increasing infrastructure development, the construction industry is expanding rapidly.

The National Investment Promotion & Facilitation Agency, for illustration, projects that by 2025, India's construction sector could bring in US$ 1.4 trillion. The US Census Bureau reports that in May 2022, the total amount utilized for development in US climbed to US$ 1.77 million from an annual adjusted rate of US$ 1.62 million in May 2021.

The growing industry for polyoxymethylene has been driven the an increase in building and construction activities, which is driving up demand for the material due to its expanding use in some applications, including steps and roofing materials.

Growing Use of Polyoxymethylene in the Automobile Industry

Polyoxymethylene (POM) is extensively employed in the automotive industry, contributing to gear systems, door locks and fuel systems due to its lightweight nature, fuel efficiency and low emissions. POM dimethyl ether, often reinforced with glass fiber, enhances durability and strength. The automotive sector's expansion is fueled by the demand for fuel-efficient vehicles, increased reliance on public transportation, a surge in vehicle production and ongoing urbanization trends.

The International Organization of Motor Vehicles Manufacturers (OICA), for example, reports that the number of passenger vehicles produced globally climbed from 55,834,456 units in 2020 to 57,054,295 units in 2021. The India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF) projects that by 2026, the country's automobile sector would generate between US$ 251.4 and US$ 282.8 billion.

The European Automobile Manufacturer Association reports that in 2021, automotive production increased by 3.1% in US and 11% in South America. The demand for polyoxymethylene is rising due to its expanding use in fuel systems, ball and bearings and other automotive vehicle applications. The is also propelling the polyoxymethylene business.

High Cost of Raw Material

The price volatility of the raw chemicals required in POM manufacture, especially formaldehyde and acetaldehyde, is another major barrier to the market. The basic materials come from petrochemical sources and variables including supply and demand dynamics, oil prices and geopolitical events affect their pricing. Price fluctuations for raw materials can have a direct effect on POM manufacturing costs, which can affect manufacturers' overall profitability.

POM products may see price rises as a result of unexpected increases in raw material costs, which would reduce their ability to compete in the market. For industry participants, controlling the effects of raw material price volatility becomes a critical task that calls for efficient risk management techniques and long-term planning.

Environmental Threats and Degradation Issues

There are possible risks to the environment and degradation problems associated with engineering thermoplastics like Polyoxymethylene and Acetal. Accumulated plastic garbage releases toxic gases, endangers the land, air and sea and causes pollution and environmental damage. The introduction of various environmental regulations and policies seeks to alleviate the harmful impacts of thermoplastics and promote the shift towards bio-based polymers.

As an example, the Government of India outlines specific criteria for plastic recycling, setting annual targets. Consequently, it is anticipated that the polyoxymethylene sector will face notable challenges in growth due to these regulations and restrictions on plastics, impacting production, demand and applications.

Segment Analysis

The global polyoxymethylene (POM) market is segmented based on type, forming method, grade, application, end-user and region.

Rising Electrical & Electronics Due to High Demand for Applications of Electrical Products

The Electrical & Electronics segment is among the growing regions in the global Polyoxymethylene (POM) Market covering more than 1/3rd of the market. Due to its exceptional features, including its lightweight, simple modification, thermal conductivity and shatter resistance, polyoxymethylene is in high demand in the electrical and electronics sector for a broad range of applications in fans, circuits, computers, connections and others.

The development of cities, a rising industrial base and the strong demand for consumer electronics are some of the major factors driving the exponential expansion of the electrical and electronics sector. For example, OBERLO projects that in 2023, US consumer electronics sales would rise by 7.5% overall.

The annual report from LG Electronics states that throughout 2020, sales of electronic appliances climbed by 28.7% to reach US$ 65.32 billion in 2021. The utilization of this engineering thermoplastic in electronic devices is expected to increase due to the swift rise in electronic device consumption. The, in turn, is expected to increase the growth potential of the electrical and electronics industry in the Polyoxymethylene Market over the forecast period.

Geographical Penetration

Growing Electronics, Automotive and Electrical Industries, Along with Rising Laptop and Smartphone Demand in Asia-Pacific

Asia-Pacific has been a dominant force in the global polyoxymethylene (POM) market. The developed foundation for significant end-use sectors, such as automotive and electrical & electronics, as well as urbanization, have an impact on the profitable growth of polyoxymethylene in this region. The growth observed in the electrical and electronics industry in Asia can be linked to the increasing demand for consumer electronics driven by rising income levels.

The Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association reports that the country's output of consumer electronics increased from US$ 215 million to US$ 230 million from January 2022 to March 2022. The India Brand Equity Foundation, for example, projects that by 2025, consumer electronics and appliances will grow from US$ 9.84 billion in 2021 to US$ 21.19 billion.

India's domestic electronics manufacturing sector anticipated significant growth in addition, rising from US$ 29 billion in 2014-2015 to US$ 67 billion in the period 2020-21. The Asia-Pacific is expected to witness a surge in demand for polyoxymethylene due to its growing application in electric circuits, sockets, cooling systems and different household appliances. The is a result of the growing demand for smart electrical devices and the increasing production of electronics.

For Instance, in 2022, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical (MGC) expanded its China POM resin production by acquired a 30% stake in P Holdings via its subsidiary. The aligns with Polyplastics Co., Ltd.'s plan to establish a new POM facility in China, producing 150,000 tons annually. Polyplastics has also initiated a separate POM manufacturing company in Nantong, with a 90,000-ton annual capacity, scheduled for completion in 2024.

COVID-19 Impact Analysis

The COVID-19 pandemic had a major effect on the globally polyoxymethylene (POM) business, as it did on many other industries. Due to the pandemic's disruption of production processes, supply networks and demand dynamics, the POM market as a whole was affected. Production of POM manufacturing plants was slowed down and in certain cases temporarily stopped during the early stages of the pandemic due to lockdowns, restrictions and labor shortages.

The led to supply chain disruptions and changes in raw material costs, along with logistical difficulties and a decline in international commerce. The pandemic-induced economic slump had a significant impact on critical end-use industries, including automotive, consumer products and industrial manufacturing, posing problems for the POM industry from a demand perspective.

The market for POM declined as a result of lower consumer expenditure, project delays and manufacturing activity interruptions. However, the need for healthcare during the pandemic led to a surge in demand for POM in some markets, including packaging materials and medical equipment.

The POM market is anticipated to grow as the world economy slowly recovers from the pandemic, albeit the rate of recovery may range among various end-use sectors and regions. Businesses in the POM industry have been adjusting to the new normal by emphasizing innovation, digital transformation and robust supply chains to help them deal with the uncertainties and difficulties that the COVID-19 pandemic has brought forth.

Russia-Ukraine War Impact Analysis

The current situation between Russia and Ukraine may have several effects on the POM market. First, geographical factors such as the location of industrial sites, transit routes or raw material access may cause supply chain interruptions. Global POM availability may be impacted by delays or shortages if important POM suppliers or manufacturers are based in the conflict area or depend on supply networks that go via that region.

Political disputes have the potential to impact market sentiment and exacerbate economic instability. Price swings for commodities, particularly polymer compounds like POM, are frequently caused by uncertain economic situations. Geopolitical threats may force companies and investors to modify their business plans, which might have an impact on POM market price and demand.

Furthermore, international trade flows may be hampered by trade relations and economic sanctions enacted in reaction to geopolitical events. The issue may further complicate the dynamics of the global POM market, impacting producers as well as consumers, if it leads to trade restrictions or tariff adjustments.

By Type

Homopolymer
Copolymer

By Forming Method

Injection Molding
Blow Molding
Extrusion
Others

By Grade

Standard
Reinforced
Impact Modified
Recycled
UV Stabilized
Special Grade
Others

By Application

Circuit Boards
Wiring
Fuel Systems
Cooling Systems
Small Gear Wheels
Ball Bearings
Door Lock Systems
Structural Glass
Metered Dose Inhalers
Others

By End-User

Electrical & Electronics
- Telephones
- Computers
- Others
Building & Construction
- Residential
- Commercial
- Industrial
Automotive
- Passenger Vehicles
- Light Commercial Vehicles
- Heavy Commercial Vehicles
Aerospace
- Commercial
- Military
- Others
Medical & Healthcare
- Drug Delivery
- Medical Tools
- Others
Food Packaging
- Flexible
- Rigid
Consumers Goods
Others

By Region

North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Mexico
Europe
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Italy
- Russia
- Rest of Europe
South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Rest of South America
Asia-Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- Rest of Asia-Pacific
Middle East and Africa

Key Developments

On February 2, 2022, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, Inc. provided Global Polyacetal Co., Ltd. (GPAC), a wholly owned subsidiary of MGC, with all of its business functions related to managing its operations for marketing and research into polyacetal resins, polyphenylene ether resins and high-performance polyamide resin compounds. The transfer will be carried out by a straightforward corporate split known as absorption.
On June 23, 2021, Global chemical and specialty materials giant Celanese Corporation acquired some technology related to the manufacture of polyacetal (POM) products from Grupa Azoty S.A. of Tarnow, Poland, after it decided to stop producing POM. Celanese will assume all current Tarnoform contracts to provide customer service to Azoty.
On February 05, 2020, DuPont has launched DELRIN SC698, a novel acetal resin with the lowest coefficient of friction among the company's medical device materials. The innovative resin, featuring integrated lubrication, enhances patient comfort and facilitates the smooth operation of high-load drug delivery devices such as inhalers, injectors and pumps. With its strength, stiffness and dimensional stability, DELRIN SC698 also contributes to improved injection precision in wearables and inserter devices.

Competitive Landscape

The major global players in the market include: BASF SE, Asahi Kasei Corporation, SABIC, Kolon Plastics, Inc., Westlake Plastics Company, Polyplastics Co. Ltd., Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, DuPont de Nemours, Inc., Korea Engineering Plastics Co., Ltd. and LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V.

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The global polyoxymethylene (POM) market report would provide approximately 77 tables, 93 figures and 210 Pages.

Target Audience 2023

Manufacturers/ Buyers
Industry Investors/Investment Bankers
Research Professionals
Emerging Companies

1. Methodology and Scope

1.1. Research Methodology
1.2. Research Objective and Scope of the Report

2. Definition and Overview

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Snippet by Type
3.2. Snippet by Forming Method
3.3. Snipper by Grade
3.4. Snippet by Application
3.5. Snippet by End-User
3.6. Snippet by Region

4. Dynamics

4.1. Impacting Factors
- 4.1.1. Drivers
  - 4.1.1.1. Growing Use of Polyoxymethylene in the Building and Construction Sector
  - 4.1.1.2. Growing Use of Polyoxymethylene in the Automobile Industry
- 4.1.2. Restraints
  - 4.1.2.1. High Cost of Raw Material
  - 4.1.2.2. Environmental Threats and Degradation Issues
- 4.1.3. Opportunity
- 4.1.4. Impact Analysis

5. Industry Analysis

5.1. Porter's Five Force Analysis
5.2. Supply Chain Analysis
5.3. Pricing Analysis
5.4. Regulatory Analysis
5.5. Russia-Ukraine War Impact Analysis
5.6. DMI Opinion

6. COVID-19 Analysis

6.1. Analysis of COVID-19
- 6.1.1. Scenario Before COVID
- 6.1.2. Scenario During COVID
- 6.1.3. Scenario Post COVID
6.2. Pricing Dynamics Amid COVID-19
6.3. Demand-Supply Spectrum
6.4. Government Initiatives Related to the Market During Pandemic
6.5. Manufacturers Strategic Initiatives
6.6. Conclusion

7. By Type

7.1. Introduction
- 7.1.1. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Type
- 7.1.2. Market Attractiveness Index, By Type
7.2. Homopolymer*
- 7.2.1. Introduction
- 7.2.2. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%)
7.3. Copolymer

8. By Forming Method

8.1. Introduction
- 8.1.1. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Forming Method
- 8.1.2. Market Attractiveness Index, By Forming Method
8.2. Injection Molding*
- 8.2.1. Introduction
- 8.2.2. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%)
8.3. Blow Molding
8.4. Extrusion
8.5. Others

9. By Grade

9.1. Introduction
- 9.1.1. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Grade
- 9.1.2. Market Attractiveness Index, By Grade
9.2. Standard*
- 9.2.1. Introduction
- 9.2.2. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%)
9.3. Reinforced
9.4. Impact Modified
9.5. Recycled
9.6. UV Stabilized
9.7. Special Grade
9.8. Others

10. By Application

10.1. Introduction
- 10.1.1. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Application
- 10.1.2. Market Attractiveness Index, By Application
10.2. Circuit Boards*
- 10.2.1. Introduction
- 10.2.2. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%)
10.3. Wiring
10.4. Additives
10.5. Medical Grade & Prosthetics
10.6. Food Processing Machinery Parts
10.7. Automotive Winching
10.8. Membranes
10.9. Others

11. By End-User

11.1. Introduction
- 11.1.1. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By End-User
- 11.1.2. Market Attractiveness Index, By End-user
11.2. Electrical & Electronics*
- 11.2.1. Introduction
- 11.2.2. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%)
- 11.2.3. Telephones
- 11.2.4. Computers
- 11.2.5. Others
11.3. Building & Construction
- 11.3.1. Residential
- 11.3.2. Commercial
- 11.3.3. Industrial
11.4. Automotive
- 11.4.1. Passenger Vehicles
- 11.4.2. Light Commercial Vehicles
- 11.4.3. Heavy Commercial Vehicles
11.5. Aerospace
- 11.5.1. Commercial
- 11.5.2. Military
- 11.5.3. Others
- 11.5.4. Medical & Healthcare
- 11.5.5. Drug Delivery
- 11.5.6. Medical Tools
- 11.5.7. Others
11.6. Food Packaging
- 11.6.1. Flexible
- 11.6.2. Rigid
11.7. Consumers Goods
11.8. Others

12. By Region

12.1. Introduction
- 12.1.1. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Region
- 12.1.2. Market Attractiveness Index, By Region
12.2. North America
- 12.2.1. Introduction
- 12.2.2. Key Region-Specific Dynamics
- 12.2.3. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Type
- 12.2.4. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Forming Method
- 12.2.5. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Grade
- 12.2.6. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Application
- 12.2.7. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By End-User
- 12.2.8. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Country
  - 12.2.8.1. U.S.
  - 12.2.8.2. Canada
  - 12.2.8.3. Mexico
12.3. Europe
- 12.3.1. Introduction
- 12.3.2. Key Region-Specific Dynamics
- 12.3.3. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Type
- 12.3.4. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Forming Method
- 12.3.5. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Grade
- 12.3.6. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Application
- 12.3.7. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By End-User
- 12.3.8. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Country
  - 12.3.8.1. Germany
  - 12.3.8.2. UK
  - 12.3.8.3. France
  - 12.3.8.4. Russia
  - 12.3.8.5. Spain
  - 12.3.8.6. Rest of Europe
12.4. South America
- 12.4.1. Introduction
- 12.4.2. Key Region-Specific Dynamics
- 12.4.3. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Type
- 12.4.4. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Forming Method
- 12.4.5. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Grade
- 12.4.6. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Application
- 12.4.7. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By End-User
- 12.4.8. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Country
  - 12.4.8.1. Brazil
  - 12.4.8.2. Argentina
  - 12.4.8.3. Rest of South America
12.5. Asia-Pacific
- 12.5.1. Introduction
- 12.5.2. Key Region-Specific Dynamics
- 12.5.3. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Type
- 12.5.4. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Forming Method
- 12.5.5. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Grade
- 12.5.6. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Application
- 12.5.7. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By End-User
- 12.5.8. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Country
  - 12.5.8.1. China
  - 12.5.8.2. India
  - 12.5.8.3. Japan
  - 12.5.8.4. Australia
  - 12.5.8.5. Rest of Asia-Pacific
12.6. Middle East and Africa
- 12.6.1. Introduction
- 12.6.2. Key Region-Specific Dynamics
- 12.6.3. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Type
- 12.6.4. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Forming Method
- 12.6.5. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Grade
- 12.6.6. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Application
- 12.6.7. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By End-User

13. Competitive Landscape

13.1. Competitive Scenario
13.2. Market Positioning/Share Analysis
13.3. Mergers and Acquisitions Analysis

14. Company Profiles

14.1. BASF SE*
- 14.1.1. Company Overview
- 14.1.2. Product Portfolio and Description
- 14.1.3. Financial Overview
- 14.1.4. Key Developments
14.2. Asahi Kasei Corporation
14.3. SABIC
14.4. Kolon Plastics, Inc.
14.5. Westlake Plastics Company
14.6. Polyplastics Co. Ltd.
14.7. Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation
14.8. DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
14.9. Korea Engineering Plastics Co., Ltd.
14.10. LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V.
14.11. DuPont de Nemours, Inc.